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Cheapest round-trip
$420
Typical prices: $472-$756
United Airlines
Mon 1/22Fri 1/26
ALB - SJO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$325
Typical prices: $202-$352
United Airlines
Sat 12/1
ALB - SJO • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albany and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 14% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $518 (round-trip)
Orlando (MCO)
Shortest trip • 8h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albany to San José (ALB-SJO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albany to San José

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
6:38 pm - 12:18 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 40m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:54 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
10h 54m2 stops Miami Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$393American Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
JetBlue Logo
7:15 am - 2:00 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 45m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
12:50 pm - 11:56 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
10h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$415JetBlue
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:53 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
United Airlines Logo
1:15 am - 2:09 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
11h 54m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$420United Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 29
American Airlines Logo
6:38 pm - 12:18 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 40m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami
American Airlines Logo
3:56 pm - 11:48 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
18h 52m2 stops Miami Philadelphia
$425American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Wed, Feb 24
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 1:00 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 20m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:28 pm - 3:05 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
14h 37m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$430United Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 21
Delta Logo
6:02 am - 9:49 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
2:23 pm - 11:54 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
8h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$446Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3
Delta Logo
6:03 am - 1:12 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 12:03 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
16h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$462Delta
Mon, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 2
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 12:05 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 8:25 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
17h 35m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington
$524Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
JetBlue Logo
7:00 am - 2:00 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 00m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
12:50 pm - 11:59 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
10h 09m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$531JetBlue
Thu, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 25
Southwest Logo
8:40 am - 7:00 pmALB  Albany Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 20m2 stops Tampa Houston Hobby
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 11:45 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-ALB Albany Intl
12h 45m1 stop Orlando
$706Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albany to San José flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Albany to San José?

Round-trip flights from Albany to San José typically range from $472 to $756. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $420, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to San José?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to San José. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Albany to San José?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Albany to San José at $496 round-trip.
•July ($725) and November ($719) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Albany to San José flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$325
Beat the crowds with an average 83% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 109% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Albany to San José

When to book flights from Albany to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albany to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Albany to San José flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albany to San José?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Albany to San José.

  • How long is a flight from Albany to San José?

    A nonstop flight from Albany to San José takes 00m, covering 2,347 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albany to San José?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albany to San José flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albany to San José range from $472 to $756, with an average of $578 over the past 12 months. Anything below $472 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Albany to San José changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $420 to $2,818. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albany to San José looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albany to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $471, which is 81% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Priceless
    • Avis
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albany to San José?

    Flights from Albany to San José usually depart from Albany Intl (ALB) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albany to San José pass through?

    One-stop flights from Albany to San José most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albany to San José?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Albany to San José. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $531 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $719, a difference of $188.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albany to San José?

    Flying via Orlando (MCO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 05m, compared with 8h 07m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 8h 20m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Albany and San José?

    San José is 1 hour behind Albany (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in San José?

    Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Albany to San José flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $531, about $188 less than Friday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albany to San José trip for May. Fares historically average $496 round-trip in that month - typically $229 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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